Description
Steak & Queso Rice is a hearty, flavorful dish with tender grilled steak served over a bed of seasoned rice, topped with creamy queso sauce. A perfect balance of rich and savory flavors for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin steak
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or Mexican rice)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup queso dip or cheese sauce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Rub the steak with olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill or sear the steak for 4-6 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired doneness (medium-rare to medium). Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- While the steak is resting, heat the cooked rice in a large pan over low heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and queso dip until melted and combined.
- To assemble, place a serving of queso rice on a plate. Top with the sliced steak, diced tomatoes, and green onions.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can marinate the steak for 30 minutes to 1 hour before grilling.
- Substitute the steak with grilled chicken or shrimp for a different variation.
- For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the rice or garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: steak and queso rice, steak rice bowl, cheesy rice, grilled steak dish